A diesel tanker overturned on Apapa Bridge in Lagos on Monday morning, spilling fuel and attracting crowds scooping diesel despite the danger.
The incident, at 8:30am, disrupted traffic and raised fire outbreak fears. Emergency responders, including Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and Fire Service, secured the area, preventing fire and casualties.
The lane reopened at 10:05am. Authorities warned against approaching fuel tanker accident scenes, citing explosion risks and environmental damage.
Apapa is a congested corridor with frequent heavy-duty vehicle accidents, raising safety concerns ,
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Incident Details: Diesel tanker overturned, spilled fuel on Apapa Bridge
Public Response: Residents scooped fuel, risking lives
Emergency Action: Authorities secured area, prevented fire, no casualties
Safety Warning: Stay away from fuel tanker accident scenes
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